Jesus First: A Study on EphesiansSample

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Paul is revealing a mystery to the church of Ephesus, a mystery that has just been revealed recently through the work of Jesus in his life. Keep in mind that Jesus lived roughly 30 years before Paul is writing this. Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection has allowed all mankind, not just the Jews, to be members of the body of Christ and partake in the promise of the Gospel. This is the secret that Paul is revealing to them.

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It’s one thing to know the mystery, but it is another thing to live it out. Paul isn’t just revealing a secret, but also giving instructions as to what this secret means in our lives. We now know the mystery, which compels us to live in boldness. A person who understands their purpose is able to withstand tribulations because their confidence is placed in something much bigger than themselves or what they can see through circumstances. This was a revolutionary idea back then, and it carries the same weight even now.

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Don’t forget where your confidence comes from. We serve the same God as Paul, who gives us reason to be bold through tribulation.